SocialFlight Live!

by Jeff Simon

SocialFlight Live! is an hour of fascinating discussion with some of the most inspiring people in aviation. Previous guests have included Actor Treat Williams, FAA Surgeon General Susan Northrup, AOPA President Mark Baker, EAA President Jack Pelton, NASA Astronauts David Williams and John Herrington, Cirrus Aircraft Founder Dale Klapmeier, Rod Machado, Barry Schiff, Martha King, Dan Schwinn, SR-71 Pilots, Michael Goulian, Rob  ...   ...  Read more

Podcast episodes

  • Season 1

  • Episode #182 - AMAZING STORIES from the COCKPIT, with Capt. Brian Schiff

    Episode #182 - AMAZING STORIES from the COCKPIT, with Capt. Brian Schiff

    Captain Brian Schiff is an Airline Pilot, Flight Instructor and one of the most innovative educators in general aviation. His decades-long career has included experience with personal flight instruction, private jets and major airlines. Brian takes you through some of the highlights of his logbook, into the cockpit and behind the scenes of the life of a legendary airline captain. Sponsored by Tempest Aero – Makers of the BEST Aviation Oil Filters, Spark Plugs, Air Filters and now Fuel Pumps! “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

  • Episode #181 - ELEVATING the SPIRIT OF FLIGHT with Kermit Weeks

    Episode #181 - ELEVATING the SPIRIT OF FLIGHT with Kermit Weeks

    In 1995 Kermit Weeks opened the doors to the iconic Fantasy of Flight, showcasing the world’s largest privately held vintage aircraft collection, from earliest flight to the beginnings of the jet age. What sets Fantasy of Flight apart from other collections is that Kermit doesn’t collect anything he doesn’t intend to fly, restoring almost all of its display aircraft to airworthiness condition. Fantasy of Flight is truly dedicated to “Lighting that Spark Within all of us”. Sponsored by McFarlane Aviation - www.mcfarlaneaviation.com PMA Manufacturer of high quality parts, including cables, controls, structural components and SO MUCH more. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

  • Episode #180 - VERTICAL MASTERY - Upside Down in a Helicopter with the LEGENDARY Chuck Aaron

    Episode #180 - VERTICAL MASTERY - Upside Down in a Helicopter with the LEGENDARY Chuck Aaron

    Chuck Aaron is a lifelong pilot with over 20,000 accident-free flight hours, including over 18,000 flight hours in 33 helicopter models. But what he is MOST know for is transforming airshows and astounding audiences with some of the most amazing aerobatic helicopter flying that the world has ever seen. (AND, he is the ONLY man I know that can rock the combination of a tuxedo and flip flops at the same time) Sponsored by Avidyne - www.avidyne.com and the AMAZING IFD550/540/440 series of Navigators and the new Avidyne Vantage system. “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

  • Episode #179 - AMERICA'S BATTLEFIELD ANGELS: Maj Gen Patrick Brady, Medal of Honor & Distinguished Flying Cross

    Episode #179 - AMERICA'S BATTLEFIELD ANGELS: Maj Gen Patrick Brady, Medal of Honor & Distinguished Flying Cross

    Major General Brady is the most highly decorated living veteran, holding both the Medal of Honor and the Distinguished Service Cross. He has earned over 85 medals, 65 combat related, and 12 for valor. During his 34 years of Army service, he served two tours in Vietnam as a “Dust Off” helicopter medical rescue pilot, developing foul weather and tactical techniques for air ambulance rescues never before executed in combat. During his service, he flew over 2,500 combat missions and rescued over 5,000 wounded men, women, and children; both military and civilian from BOTH sides of the conflict. Sponsored by Aspen Avionics - www.aspenavionics.com “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).

  • Episode #178 - The Jazz of Seaplane Flying with Kenny G

    Episode #178 - The Jazz of Seaplane Flying with Kenny G

    Kenny G is a household name and the best-selling instrumental artist of all time, known for his innovative smooth jazz and iconic soprano saxophone. As a composer, producer and performer, Kenny G has sold more than 75 million records worldwide. What you may NOT know, is that Kenny is also an avid and passionate pilot. For the past 35 years, he has been a GA pilot, transitioning from a Glasair III to his current de Havilland DHC–2 Beaver that brings his aviation passion directly to his lakefront home. His love of flying has taken him across the USA as a leisurely 98 knots, serenely taking in the view along the way. Sponsored by Bose Aviation - https://boseaviation.com/ “SocialFlight Live!” is a live broadcast dedicated to supporting General Aviation pilots and enthusiasts during these challenging times. Register at SocialFlightLive.com to join the live broadcast every Tuesday evening at 8pm ET (be sure to join early because attendance is limited for the live broadcasts).